Description
Sweet, smoky, and tender, these homemade Roasted Red Peppers are full of flavor and perfect for salads, sandwiches, or sauces. With just three simple ingredients, this easy recipe delivers incredible taste and color every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large red bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place whole red peppers on the sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Roll to coat evenly.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until skins are blistered and charred.
- Transfer peppers to a bowl and cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap. Let steam for 10 minutes.
- Peel off skins, remove stems and seeds, then slice or leave whole.
- Sprinkle with salt and a drizzle of olive oil before serving or storing.
Notes
- Steam immediately after roasting to loosen the skins easily.
- Store in olive oil to keep peppers soft and flavorful.
- Use for pasta, sandwiches, or as a colorful side dish.
- Add garlic or herbs before roasting for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg